With our online courses, you can prepare for your Texas contractor’s license exams, get help with the application process, maintain your license with continuing education, and more.
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Texas contractor’s licenses are obtained through one of the state’s licensing authorities or a local licensing authority, depending on what type of license you are seeking. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) issues licenses to HVAC, electrical, and water well driller contractors. The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE) issues and regulates licenses for plumbing contractors in the state. Local licensing authorities sometimes require general contractors, builders, home improvement contractors, and others to get licensed prior to performing contracting work. These contractors do not need to get licensed on the state level.
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Texas Air Conditioning Continuing Education (8 Hours)
$43.99View ProductTexas ACR’s are required to obtain 8 hours of continuing education each year. This course includes information on the following topics: 2018 IMC Changes, 2018 IFGC Changes, Business and Project Management and Texas ACR Law. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Texas Electrical 2023 NEC Continuing Education (4 Hours)
$43.99View ProductTexas electricians are required to obtain 4 hours of continuing education each year. This course includes information on the following topics: 2023 NEC Changes, Texas Occupations Code 1305, Texas Administrative Rules 73, NFPA 70E. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Texas Commercial Refrigeration A&B Online Exam Prep
$269.99View ProductThe Texas Commercial Refrigeration A&B Exam Prep course includes narrated highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test-taking tips and strategies. Topics include basic refrigeration components, boilers, business and law, combustion air, controls, design and responsibility, equipment requirements, heat loads, HVAC systems, piping, pressure relief protection, refrigeration principles, service, testing, ventilation, and venting and more. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Residential Appliance Installer Online Exam Prep
$269.99View ProductThe Texas Residential Appliance Installer Exam Prep course covers Definitions, Calculations, Electrical Wiring Methods, Equipment and Devices, Motors and more. Highlighting guides, practice quizzes, math and calculations, study tips, licensing information, and instructor support are included.
The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Electrical Online Exam Prep
$269.99View ProductThe Texas Electrical Exam Prep course covers circuits, pathways, wiring, definitions, transformers, load conditions, voltage ratios, grounding, fuse and breakers, metal tubing, conduit, motors, generators and more. Highlighting guides, practice quizzes, math and calculations, study tips, licensing information, and instructor support are included. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Environmental Air A&B Online Exam Prep
$269.99View ProductThe Texas Environmental Air A&B Exam Prep includes narrated highlighting guides, practice tests, instructor support and test-taking tips and strategies. Topics include refrigeration components, boilers, business and law, combustion air, controls, design and responsibility, equipment requirements, heat loads, HVAC systems, piping, pressure relief protection, refrigeration principles, service, testing, ventilation, and venting and more. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Residential Wireman Online Exam Prep
$269.99View ProductIn the state of Texas, applicants must obtain pre-approval from the state licensing board before testing and complete 4,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a Master Electrician or Residential Wireman. This course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test-taking tips/strategies. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
Texas Residential Wireman Examination Materials:
- 2023 National Electrical Code – NFPA 70
- 2023 National Electrical Code Pre-Printed Tabs
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Texas Plumbing License (Master, Journeyman) Online Exam Prep
$269.99View ProductThe Texas Plumbing License (Master, Journeyman) Exam Prep course includes narrated highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test-taking tips and strategies. Topics include Administration, Definitions, General Regulations, Fixtures, Water Heaters, Water Supply, Sanitary Drainage, Indirect Waste, Vents, Traps and Interceptors, Storm Drainage and more. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Journeyman/Master Sign Electrician Online Exam Prep
$269.99View ProductThe Texas Journeyman/Master Sign Electrician Exam Review topics includes Calculations and Conductors, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials an more. The course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test taking tips/strategies. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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The Texas Environmental Air A&B Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$1,336.90View ProductThe Texas Environmental Air A&B Exam Complete Package includes all references needed to study for the exam, pre-printed tabs for only those references allowed to be taken into the exam and 365 days access to our online exam prep course. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Residential Appliance Installer Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$492.97View ProductThe Texas Residential Appliance Installer Exam Prep course covers Definitions, Calculations, Electrical Wiring Methods, Equipment and Devices, Motors and more. Highlighting guides, practice quizzes, math and calculations, study tips, licensing information, and instructor support are included.
The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Application Processing
$149.99Select options@HomePrep Application Processing is here to ensure your application to become a state licensed contractor gets filled out correctly and promptly. We provide a professional service ensuring your privacy and comfort throughout the entire process. Following your purchase of the Texas Application Processing our AP Coordinator will contact you to discuss the next steps. If you have any questions please call us at 800-952-0910. We look forward to working with you.
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Texas Electrical Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$492.97View ProductThe Texas Electrical Exam Prep Complete Package includes all references used during the exam, preprinted tabs along with 365 days access to the online course. Highlighting guides, practice quizzes, math and calculations, study tips, licensing information, and instructor support are included. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Maintenance Electrician Online Exam Prep
$269.99View ProductIn order to apply for a Maintenance Electrician license, you must have at least 8,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a Master or Maintenance Electrician. This course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test taking tips/strategies. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Plumbing License (Master, Journeyman) Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$762.95View ProductThe Texas Plumbing License (Master, Journeyman) Online Exam Prep Complete Package includes all references used during the exam, pre-printed tabs for all references allowed into the exam and 365 days access to our online exam prep course. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Residential Wireman Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$492.97View ProductIn the state of Texas, applicants must obtain pre-approval from the state licensing board before testing and complete 4,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a Master Electrician or Residential Wireman. This course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test-taking tips/strategies. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
Texas Residential Wireman Examination Materials:
- 2023 National Electrical Code – NFPA 70
- 2023 National Electrical Code Pre-Printed Tabs
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Texas Journeyman/Master Sign Electrician Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$492.97View ProductTexas Journeyman/Master Sign Electrician Online Exam Prep Complete Package includes all references used during the exam, pre-printed tabs for all references allowed into the exam and 365 days access to our online exam prep course. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Texas Maintenance Electrician Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$492.97View ProductTexas Maintenance Electrician Online Exam Prep Complete Package includes all references used during the exam, pre-printed tabs for all references allowed into the exam and 365 days access to our online exam prep course. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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365 days of course access
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Contractor License FAQs
Texas requires a state contractor’s license for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work. At @HomePrep our online prep courses are designed to offer you the highest quality courses at the lowest possible price. All courses are state and industry compliant, with 365 days of course access available.
Need study materials to pass your exam? All @HomePrep exam prep courses and continuing education credits ensure you receive state and industry-approved training.
Because Texas general contractors must follow local rules and regulations, it’s important to research the area in which you will work for specific guidelines. Here are some of the largest cities in Texas and links to find out more about their license requirements:
Construction industry books and tools are available in our bookstore. In addition to contractor license exam preparation books, reference materials like code books and business/law books, contractor industry-specific books are available for plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R, and more.
There are no handyman laws at a state level in Texas; instead, you will need to verify the contractor license requirements through your local jurisdiction. Many cities do have their own rules and laws regarding repairs and maintenance.
Austin
Depending on the type of work you plan on doing as a handyman in Austin, you may need a building permit or contractor’s license.
Dallas
For handymen in Dallas to begin working in the metropolitan area, they may need to register as contractors.
Houston
You don’t need to be licensed or registered to be a handyman in Houston. However, you may need building permits for certain types of projects.
San Antonio
It is necessary for most handymen in San Antonio to register as either home improvement contractors (for limited repairs) or residential building contractors (for more extensive construction).
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Texas Contacts
To apply for an electrical or air conditioning license, contact:
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
P.O. Box 12157
Austin, TX 78711
1-512-463-6599
To apply for a plumbing license, contact:
Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
P.O. Box 4200
Austin, TX 78765
1-512-936-5200
To apply for an LP Gas/Propane license, contact:
Texas Gas Services Division
P.O. Box 12967
Austin, TX 78711
1-512-463-6931
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Whether you are a general contractor, home builder, electrician, plumber, HVAC technician or specialize in another trade, @HomePrep has the online courses and books you need to get your license and maintain continuing education in Texas.
This site offers 1000 courses and 115 State Board Accreditations, and we’ve served 110,000 students in 25 industries since 2014. We strive to provide the most inclusive and beneficial content to help our students advance in their field.
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